NOTE: Science & Geography 1 (offered every other year) is NOT a prerequisite for Science & Geography 2 - students may enroll in Science & Geography 2 at any time. This course is designed to build both scientific knowledge and genuine curiosity, this course moves through the following over the course of the year — covering everything from the layers of the world we live on, to the atmosphere above our head and beyond. Students begin by exploring Earth's structure and the forces that shape it, including plate tectonics, the rock cycle, and the geology of the ocean floor. They then dive into physical oceanography, studying waves, tides, currents, and the diverse ecosystems of the marine world. From there, the course turns skyward to examine the atmosphere, weather systems, and the science of meteorology — including severe weather and the basics of forecasting, with hands-on lab work building their own weather instruments. The middle of the year takes a historical turn through paleontology and archaeology, where students explore fossil formation, the geologic time scale, ancient ecosystems, and the tools scientists use to uncover the distant past — including a mock dig site experience. The astronomy unit then expands the view dramatically, taking students through the solar system, the life cycles of stars and galaxies, and the history of human space exploration. The final weeks of the course bring the focus back to life itself, human body systems, and before closing with an exploration of ecosystems, biomes, and humanity's responsibility as stewards of the natural world. Required Texts: • Geography II Student Text (RED book)(Memoria Press) • Geography II Student Workbook (RED workbook) (Memoria Press) *Science textbook for Science&Geography TBA Duration: Full school year (31 weeks) Available: Grades 6th-8th Annual Tuition: See our current block schedule on our Registration page for annual rates